1955 Simca Aronde vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1966 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Aronde | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
